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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Jesus, The Economist

Yesterday I had lunch with a new friend, Uche. He is a retired banker who formerly worked for the World Bank. He invited and took me to his favorite restaurant. It was a wonderful greek restaurant in Rockville. While we talked I heard him continually come back to his observation of Jesus as economist. Jesus told a parable about a farmer sowing seeds -- economics. Jesus said, "The poor you will always have with you." -- economics.

Our time was spent talking about different places in the world we've lived or visited, and our harrowing brushes with death and embarrasment. It was a delightful time. Uche's parents passed away when he was very young leaving him orphaned. This profound part of his story still affects decision-making in his life today. He has dedicated his life now to supporting orphanages in Zambia. He is embarking on a journey there for the next several months to take malaria medication to children there.